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F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has revealed his plans to increase the number of sprint weekends in the series, but insists it is “wrong” to argue 24 grand prix is too much.
F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali aims to increase the proportion of sprint events in the calendar, with the existing six weekends making up 25% of the current 24-round schedule. The rapid expansion of the F1 calendar in recent years has led to a total of 30 races this season, and Domenicali sees potential for further growth. Despite some opinions that 24 races are too many, Domenicali believes it is not an oversupply compared to other sports like football and basketball with more frequent schedules. The idea of a rotation system for the F1 calendar, possibly starting in Europe, is being considered to extend the series’ reach without exceeding the current 24-weekend limit. Ultimately, Domenicali emphasizes the importance of maintaining a balance between old and new races while meeting the demand for high-quality entertainment in Formula 1.
